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On the recordSeptember 26, 2018
In the decade leading up to the financial crisis of 2008, Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac spent nearly $200 million on lobbying activities and campaign contributions.
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Ed Royce
Republican · California

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Royce highlights the significant lobbying expenditures by Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac before the 2008 crisis.

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